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Ellum Kappa/ Kappa Biriyani
Ellum Kappa is a yummy combo of meat and tapioca. It is commonly found in tattukadas or Kerala fast food joints.It is also known as kappa biryani or asiad.This is a humble common man's food. Ellum kappa or meat with bone is a one pot meal and simple to make. Ellum Kappa is served in Christian families of central Kerala to guest on wedding eve.Today you can easily find this is road side restaurants and even in star hotels .

Beetroot Pickle
Beetroot pickle is a delicious condiment. I tried pickled beets in salads. Beetroot has its own depth of flavor and this pickle with its spicy, tart and sweet taste makes it a perfect accompaniment with rice, parthas. I found this as an interesting combo with biryani too.If you like beets try this recipe, you will surely love it.

Cut beetroot into small cubes into small pieces.
Heat half of the oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. When they splutter
add sliced ginger,garlic,curry leaves and green chilly and saute till the raw flavor disappears.Add beetroot and salt and stir fry till the beets become soft and the raw earthy flavor of …